Pounamu Disc Sculpture

Pounamu Disc Sculpture | Alex Sands

In this exceptional work, Alex Sands masterfully integrates the traditional Manaia (spiritual guardian) into a contemporary circular form.

The sculpture features a dark, inner pounamu disc alive with fluid, high-relief carving, set within a broader ring of speckled stone.

A piercing pāua shell eye provides a sharp focal point, imbuing the guardian with a sense of watchful life.

The sculpture is mounted on a rugged Kauri base, whose weathered, ancient grain offers a profound material contrast to the polished precision of the stone.

This combination of pounamu and prehistoric timber anchors the work in the deep history of Aotearoa, resulting in a sophisticated contemporary piece that celebrates spiritual protection and cultural heritage.

Disc Dimensions:

Diameter - 110mm

Overall Dimensions Including Base:

Width - 170mm x Height - 140mm x Depth - 60mm